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Deaf Consumers: 7 Tips For Placing a Video Relay Call
Posted by: Staff Writer on Sept. 16, 2013 | Comments
The explosion of Video Relay Services (VRS) in the last 13 years has brought an unexpected boom to the deaf community. Prior to VRS, our economic position in the world was barely visible. Since then, Video Relay Services have undergone many changes. With all technological advances, there is a learning curve. Here we provide seven tips help your VRS call go smoothly.
Read MoreNot Just FaceTime: Apple Store's Accessibility Workshops Reveal Deaf-Friendly Features
Posted by: Staff Writer on May 20, 2013 | Comments
At 8 A.M. sharp, deaf and hearing attendees are huddled near the University Village Apple Store's Genius Bar in Seattle, WA. Armed with their morning caffeine, they're here to learn more about the magical accessibility features lurking within their Apple products.
Read MoreWhy Does Sign Language Look So...Angry?
Posted by: Staff Writer on July 10, 2012 | Comments
An Open Letter to Businesses Curious About Deaf Culture: For every person who comments that “sign language is such a beautiful language,” there is another person who thinks sign language looks … well, angry. That’s because no matter how beautiful the language really is, it is apt to be punctuated with quizzical frowns, intense hand movements, raised eyebrows, and other mannerisms.
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